Ismaerus
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Ismaerus in the Bible?
Ismaerus appears in 1 Esdras 9:34 as one of the men who took foreign wives, corresponding to the figure named Amram in Ezra 10:34.
SIGNIFICANCE
Comparing these parallel accounts clarifies textual variations in the transmission of biblical names and aids in reconstructing the genealogical records of the returned exiles.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Ismaerus reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Ismaerus in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Ismaerus clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezra 10:34
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Ismaerus." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/ismaerus/